Alcohol laws in West Virginia

This page reflects the default hours of sale in West Virginia. The laws in effect in Upper Falls may be more restrictive than what is shown here.

Hours of sale for liquor stores, gas stations, and supermarkets:

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alcohol sales permitted

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alcohol sales not permitted

Under West Virginia state law, the sale of packaged liquor is prohibited on Sunday. Packaged liquor may be sold between 8:00 a.m. and midnight, Monday through Saturday.

Packaged beer and wine may be sold between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, and between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m., Monday through Saturday.

However, the following exceptions apply:

Christmas. The sale of packaged liquor is prohibited on Christmas Day.

Hours of sale for bars and restaurants:

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alcohol sales permitted

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alcohol sales not permitted

Alcoholic beverages may be served in bars and restaurants between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, and between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m., Monday through Saturday.

However, the following exceptions apply:

Private Clubs. Businesses may not serve alcoholic beverages later than 2:00 a.m. unless they have obtained a private club license from the state. These clubs are typically open to the public, but customers may be required to pay a nominal "membership" fee.